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Nearly every woman has breast asymmetry, which is technically classified as a size discrepancy between the breasts. For some women, however, the degree of asymmetry can be more severe than others. For some, there may be at least one cup-size difference or more, making it impossible to find a bra that fits.

Breast asymmetry may also be very embarrassing. Many patients have shared their efforts to mask their asymmetry:

Wearing oversized clothing to camouflage the size discrepancy

Avoidance of situations that necessitate the wearing of bathing suits

Feeling self-conscious and uncomfortable in intimate situations

Who can benefit from breast asymmetry surgery?

Anyone with breast asymmetry can benefit from surgical correction; it is a congenital anomaly and the patient should understand that it is easily corrected. The degree of asymmetry does not matter; if it causes the patient psychological distress, she should consider correction.

How is breast asymmetry corrected?

Breast asymmetry can be corrected by either making the large breast smaller, or the smaller breast larger. Often the patient has a preference as to which breast they prefer and Dr. Chacon tailors the operation to match that breast. A small breast can be made larger with an implant, in either saline or silicone. A larger breast can receive a reduction and a breast lift to match the opposite breast. In addition, the larger breast often has a larger areola, which may also need to be reduced in size to match the opposite side.

Breast asymmetry surgery recovery:

The recovery is usually about 1 week. If the patient has an implant under the muscle, she may need up to 2 weeks to recover. All of our patients wear a sports bra for support 24/7 for the first 2 weeks. They wear paper tape for 3 months to promote a fine scar. They can shower the day after surgery. No heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for 2 weeks. Discomfort is usually easily controlled with muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatory medication, and pain relievers, if necessary.